1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1957 DKW Munga
To start off, 1968 Buick Riviera is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 DKW Munga would be higher. At 7,050 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Buick Riviera (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1957 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 616 kg more than 1957 DKW Munga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 DKW Munga will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 574 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Buick Riviera | 1957 DKW Munga | |
| Make | Buick | DKW |
| Model | Riviera | Munga |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 645 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2010 mm |
